§ 174-17. Additional powers of public officer.

A. 

As permitted by N.J.S.A. 40:48-2.9, a public officer shall be authorized to exercise such powers as may be necessary or convenient to carry out and effectuate the purposes and provisions of this chapter, including the following powers in addition to others herein granted:

(1) 

To investigate the building conditions in the City of North Wildwood in order to determine which buildings therein are unfit for human habitation or occupancy or use;

(2) 

To administer oaths, affirmations, examine witnesses and receive evidence;

(3) 

To enter upon premises for the purpose of making examinations, provided that such entries shall be made in such manner as to cause the least possible inconvenience to the persons in possession;

(4) 

To appoint and fix the duties of such officers, agents and employees as he deems necessary to carry out the purposes of this chapter; and

(5) 

To delegate any of his functions and powers under the ordinance to such officers and agents as he may designate.

B. 

Any action taken using revenues derived from the local property tax shall be taken only after advertisement for, and receipt of, bids therefor, pursuant to the provisions of the "Local Public Contracts Law," N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq., unless the action is necessary to prevent imminent danger to life, limb or property.